1984 Honda Prelude vs. 1983 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1984 Honda Prelude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1983 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jeep CJ weights approximately 315 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Because 1983 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 1983 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Prelude | CJ |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
